13 Days Highlights of Europe Tour with Italy Itinerary

Overview

This 13-day Highlights of Europe Tour with Italy is an extension of the Highlights of Europe holiday tour with a similar itinerary until Day 9. On Day 9, instead of boarding our return flight, we travel on to Austria for a tour of Innsbruck and the world-famous Swarovski Crystal Museum. This Europe tour then continues on to Italy, where we visit and explore Venice, Florence and Rome, and visit the smallest country in the world – the Vatican as well.

Day 01: Arrive at Paris – Orientation Tour of Paris

This extended Highlights of Europe Tour with Italy begins with your arrival at the Paris International Airport. Our representative will receive you at the airport and escort you to the pre-booked hotel for check-in.

Rest and relax for a while, before embarking on a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Paris, an amazing city with vibrant landmarks, trending fashion statements, and wonderful experiences. Attractions that we visit on this tour include the Avenue des Champs Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, Les Invalides and the Opera House.

On Day 2 of this Europe holiday tour, we will enjoy one of the most fun-filled experiences of our holiday – namely an Excursion to Disneyland Paris, where we can relive our childhood amidst cartoon characters, rides and interesting experiences. Guests can choose between Disneyland Park and the Walt Disney Studios Park.

In the evening, we will return to Paris main city and enjoy a relaxing Cruise on River Seine, enjoying the illuminated sights from the river side. Later, we will return to the hotel.

After breakfast on Day 3 of this Europe tour, we will continue exploring Paris and visit some of its most popular attractions for a deeper tour. Our day will begin with a visit to the Louvre Museum, a world-famous museum renowned for housing some of the world’s most famous art works. Our next stop will be at the Versailles Palace, the royal residence of the French Royalty. Enjoy a guided tour of the palace rooms and gardens, before returning to Paris main city.

The day’s experiences end with a grand evening out at the Eiffel Tower, which we ascend until the 3rd Level, for a mesmerizing view of the city and a remarkable experience. After photo-ops and more, we will return to our hotel.

After breakfast, we will check out from our hotel in Paris and set out on cross-country road trip to Brussels, Belgium by a luxury coach. Belgium is the second country that we will explore on this Highlights of Europe holiday tour.

On arrival at Brussels, we will enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the most important attractions of Brussels, including the Grand Place, the medieval Town Hall, the fabled Mannekin Pis statue, St. Michael’s Church, and the Atomium.

After the sightseeing tour ends, we will board the coach once again and make our way to Netherlands, the third country that we will visit in this Europe tour. Our destination in Netherlands will depend upon the day of your tour – groups visiting Netherlands until 12th May will visit the Legendary Kuekenhof Gardens in the City of Lisse. Groups visiting Netherlands 13th May onwards, will visit the Madurodam, a miniature park to see a range of perfect 1:25 scale model replicas of famous Dutch monuments and projects.

The day’s experiences ends with a check-in at the pre-booked hotel.

Note: Kuekenhof is the first preference, but remains open only until 12th May.

On Day 5 of this Europe holiday tour, we will continue on our exploration of Netherlands and visit Amsterdam for a Scenic Canal Cruise. Enjoy cruising down the scenic canals, past some of the most vibrant parts of the city. Later, we will board the coach once again and set out on our cross-country road trip to Cologne, Germany.

Germany is the fourth country that we will visit on this Europe tour. We will continue on the drive until we reach the Cologne Cathedral, the largest cathedral in North Europe and a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, we will continue to our pre-booked hotel for check-in and overnight stay.

On Day 6, we will check out from our hotel and continue exploring Germany. Our first destination will be the famous Black Forest region, where we will visit the quaint villages and the Cuckoo Clock makers for a live demonstration on clock making.

Later, we will board the coach once again and embarkon our cross-country road trip to Central Switzerland. En-route, we will stop at Schaffhausen and visit the magnificent Rhine Falls – the biggest and most spectacular water falls in Europe.

At the end of the road trip, we will check in at a pre-booked hotel in Central Switzerland.

Overnight in Switzerland

Day 07: Excursion to Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe) – Orientation Tour of Interlaken

Day 7 of this Europe Holiday Tour will be etched in your memories forever, as on this day a very special experience of the Swiss Alps has been scheduled for you – An Excursion to Jungfraujoch Top of Europe. One of the most-visited scenic summits in Central Switzerland, Jungfraujoch offers an incredible experience right from the start – journey to the summit from the scenic resort town of Engelberg – on a train that chugs through the heart of two mountains – Eiger and Monch.

The majority of the track is a tunnel that runs through these two mountains. There are 2 stations, both of which have huge viewing windows carved out on the sides of these mountains; disembark and enjoy the stunning views at these stations.

Your train journey ends at Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. Disembark from the train and step into a world of icy wonders, visiting attractions such as the Ice Palace, Snow Fun Park, Alpine Sensation, Jungfrau Panorama and much more. We can also view the longest glacier in the world – the Altesch Glacier and visit the Sphinx Observation Terrace, one of the highest Astronomical Observatories in the world!

Later, we will return to the coach and enjoy the scenic drive to Interlaken, where we will enjoy an Orientation Tour, before returning to our hotel in Central Switzerland.

Overnight in Switzerland

Day 08: Excursion to Mt. Titlis with ROTAIR – Sightseeing Tour of Lucerne

On Day 8 too, a very special experience has been scheduled – an Excursion to Mount Titlis, another very popular summit in Central Switzerland and a winter wonderland with numerous opportunities for playing and experiencing the snow. We will reach the summit by boarding a Gondola – the world’s first ever revolving cable car, named ROTAIR. Enjoy mesmerizing views of the snowy mountainscape as the gondola slowly makes its way high, high up to the summit.

On reaching the summit, guests can enjoy the Titlis Cliff Walk on the highest suspension bridge in the world; enjoy a ride on the Ice Flyer Chair lift that whisks you across massive crevasses; and visit the Titlis Glacier Park.

Having had your fill of snow-filled fun, return to the coach for the scenic drive to Lucerne. We will enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Lucerne, visiting attractions such as the Lion Monument and the Kapell Brucke (wooden bridge), before returning to your pre-booked hotel.

Overnight in Switzerland

Day 09: Road Trip to Innsbruck – Swarovski Crystal Museum Tour

On Day 9, we check out from our hotel, bid adieu to Switzerland, and embark on a cross-country road trip to Austria, the 5th country that we will visit on this Europe Holiday tour. We will proceed directly to Innsbruck for an Orientation tour and visit landmarks such as the Golden Roof.

Later, we will proceed to the Swarovski World of Crystals for a guided tour and a mesmerizing experience of crystals. A great opportunity to buy a souvenir for your family. Check in at pre-booked hotel in Austria at the end of the day.

On Day 10 of this Europe Holiday tour, we will check out from our hotel in Austria and embark on the cross-country road trip to Italy. Italy is the last country that we will visit on this Europe tour. We will explore Venice, Florence, Rome, and the Vatican as well.

Our destination for today is Venice, one of the most fascination cities of Italy with splendid architecture, cobbled-stone by-lanes and a wonderful network of canals. Proceed for a Scenic Cruise through the Venetian Canals. Lunch will be provided on-board the cruise.

Glide past scenic landmarks such as the Guidecca Canal, St. Mark’s Square – the main square of Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, the Rio di Palazzo, and the Doge’s Palace. We will also enjoy a romantic Gondola ride and watch the Murano Glass makers hand-craft their unique Murano Glass artifacts.

Later, we will return to the coach for the drive to Padova for dinner and overnight stay in a pre-booked hotel.

On Day 11 of this Europe holiday tour, we will check out from our hotel in Padova and proceed on the road trip to Florence. Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Florence and visit attractions such as the Florence Cathedral, the adjacent Campanile / Bell Tower, and the Florence Baptistery. We will also visit the Piazza della Signoria and the famed Ponte Vecchio bridge, before proceeding on Excursion to Pisa, the Square of Miracles, for a tour of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. At the end of the day, we will check in at a hotel in the Tuscany region.

Overnight in Tuscany Region

Day 12: Guided Sightseeing Tour of Rome – Excursion to Vatican City

Today is the last day of touring in this Europe holiday tour, so we will make the most of it. After breakfast, check out from your hotel in the Tuscany region and embark on the road trip to Rome.

Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Rome and visit attractions such as the Colosseum. Later, we will enjoy an Excursion to the Vatican City, the Holy Seat of the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church. Enjoy a tour of the Vatican Museum, the Sistine Chapel, and the Basilica of St. Peter, before returning to Rome.

Once back at Rome, we continue exploring the city and visit the Trevi fountains and the Roman Forum, before proceeding to check-in at a pre-booked hotel.

Overnight in Rome

Day 13: Flight Back Home

Today is the day of your departure. Check out from your hotel after breakfast and proceed to the airport in time for your flight back home, with happy memories of your Highlights of Europe with Italy Tour with WishClicknGo.com

01 night at Hotel Europa / Unaway / NH or similar in Occhiobello / Rovigo or similar

01 night at Hotel A Point / Meditur / Da Vinci or similar in Tuscany or similar

01 night at Hotel Best Western / Antonella / Selene or similar in Rome

WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES

AIRFARE

Return Economy Class group airfare as per itinerary (Presently calculated as prevailing on 15th November 2017).

MEDICAL INSURANCE

Normal insurance charges for the duration of the tour are included in the tour price. However, any passenger above the age of 60 years and those passengers who wish to extend their stay will be required to pay additional charges.

VISA REQUIREMENTS:

Multiple-entry UK Visa.

Multiple-entry Schengen Visa. The costs of UK & Schengen Visas are included in your tour price.

This cost includes documentation, processing and consulate fees.

The Schengen Visa on your tour is valid for travel to Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and France (In case of any change in the European Community visa policy, additional charges will be applicable.)

DRIVER TIPS INCLUDED

Tips to coach drivers for the duration of the tour is included.

IMPORTANT

The tour will be operated subject to a minimum of 25 full paying passengers travelling together In the event that the group size is less than 25 passengers you will be given an option of travelling on another departure date.

NOTE

All local taxes and services (Presently calculated as prevailing on 15th November 2017).

A person below 12 years of age on date of return flight will be considered a child.

A baby below 24 months of age on date of return flight will be considered an infant.

Third person in a Triple room will not be provided by extra bed or cot.

All transfers and extensive sightseeing with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by a deluxe air-conditioned coach.

Services of our Tour Manager or local representatives, while on tour.

On some occasions, you may have to join another group in case your group does not have adequate members.

A local representative or your coach driver may only be there to assist you during your initial part of the tour.

Land surcharges applicable on certain departure dates.

Certain sightseeing and excursions may not operate on public holidays.

Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour could operate in reverse itinerary. However you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary. Please check with your Sales representative for final details.

WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

The cost of the Passport, POE charges, etc.

Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry, wines, mineral/bottled water, food & drink not in the regular menus provided by us, mini bar and telephone calls.

Any extra meals not included in the itinerary, meals are pre-set and a choice of menu is not available.

Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the ‘What your tour price includes’.

Government Service Taxes and other taxes as applicable.

POINTS TO BE NOTED

It is advisable to book more than 45 days prior to the tour departure date as the internal ticket rate might increase closer to the departure date, resulting in an increase in the Tour cost.

The airfare is based on the existing fare structure (Presently calculated as prevailing on 15th November 2017). Any further increase in the airfare due to an increase in fuel price, change in government regulations, ticket taxes etc. charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passenger. We will not be held responsible for the same.

Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or coach during your stay shall be payable by the passengers. We will not be liable for the same.

The management reserves the right to claim from the passengers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of trains, flights, coach, cruise or other services.

We reserve the right to amend, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursions advertised or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed necessary.

A date change fee, as applicable, will be levied on passengers who change their date of travel.

For the convenience of our passengers, we may sometimes will have to amend the itinerary. However all services will remain the same.

The company reserves the right to alter the order of the itinerary. The same will be informed to the client before departure.

Due to Trade Fairs and conventions in the cities, it is possible that the hotel accommodation provided would be outside the city. The same will be informed in advance.

Passengers can board the tour from the hub city. Those boarding from any other city can do so, however all expenses to/from the hub city is to be borne by the passengers.

Attractions in the theme parks may not operate/may change/entry restricted/closed without notice.

Other applicable taxes will be extra.

The company shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur in carrying out of the tour arrangement due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expenses must be borne by the passenger.

For all Joining Direct/deviating clients (except when deviating clients are on same flight as that of group) , there would be no airport transfers.

Tours operated subject to RBI/GOI regulations.

Part of the tour cost is payable in EURO out of your BTQ. The foreign exchange component will be payable as per the prevailing day rate of exchange on the date of payment of foreign exchange.

When the outbound sector of an Ex-India ticket is not utilized, the return segment cannot be utilized for one-way travel and there will be no refund for non-utilization.